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Fine Art Print : Wartime street trader
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Wartime street trader
A trader in Lambeth Walk London selling silk stockings 1940
The Northcliffe Collection, compelling images of British life, past and present
Media ID 15103167
© The Northcliffe Collection/ Associated Newspapers Limited
Air Raids Blitz Bombing Britain Commonwealth England Home Front United Kingdom Victory World War 2 World War Ii Wwii
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the evocative charm of history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "Wartime Street Trader" by renowned photographer FRANK RUST from The Northcliffe Collection. Captured in 1940 in the heart of Lambeth Walk, London, this captivating image showcases the resilience and spirit of the people during wartime. Each print is meticulously produced using premium quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a touch of timeless character to your decor. Order now and relive the past, one beautiful print at a time.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from The Northcliffe Collection takes us back to the turbulent times of World War II in London. In the midst of the chaos and destruction caused by constant air raids, we see a resilient wartime street trader in Lambeth Walk selling silk stockings. The year is 1940, and this image encapsulates both the hardships faced by ordinary people during the war and their unwavering determination to carry on with their daily lives. The trader's weathered face tells a story of resilience and survival amidst adversity. With his makeshift stall set up against a backdrop of damaged buildings, he stands as a symbol of hope in an otherwise bleak landscape. Silk stockings were considered a luxury item during those difficult years, yet here he is, offering them to passersby who may be seeking some semblance of normalcy or perhaps even indulgence amid the turmoil. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Britain's indomitable spirit throughout World War II. It captures not only the strength displayed by individuals like this street trader but also reflects upon the collective resilience that united communities across England and its Commonwealth nations during these trying times. Frank Rust's skillful composition allows us to glimpse into history through this single frame—a snapshot frozen in time that immortalizes both struggle and perseverance on London's home front during one of humanity's darkest chapters.
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